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04 _THE VISION FOR STAMFORD PARK

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04_THE VISION FOR STAMFORD PARK

Stockland’s vision for Stamford Park has been established with reference to the key principles and foundations established by Knox City Council within the Stamford Park Master Plan Report [Tract - July, 2014].

The master plan prepared by Knox City Council envisioned a community that is “designed to seamlessly integrate with the surrounding landscape of the park whilst providing a benchmark or ‘pilot’ project for sustainable and innovative housing” [Tract - July, 2014].

A community which celebrates its natural setting + heritage

_ Emmeline Row is celebrated as the entry avenue to the community, with the Homestead and surrounds accorded pride of place;

_ The existing trees form a sentinel row, marking the threshold to the Homestead and celebrating arrival at Stamford Park;

_ Local streets, within the new community and to its edges, are aligned to celebrate views to Mt Corhanwarrabul to the east;

_ Local streets have been aligned to the Homestead, creating a visual connection to the building and surrounding gardens, ensuring it is part of the emerging community’s ongoing identity;

_ Local streets and open spaces are orientated to the perimeter of the community, creating views to and across the extensive parkland, drawing on the significant amenity within the Corhanwarrabul Creek setting;

_ The design of the public realm [open spaces and streets] will integrate the heritage of the site through interpretive trails, artwork, signage and landscape references; and

_ The heritage of the site will be celebrated through the curation of community events and partnerships [to be established by local groups and associations].

A place with a distinct identity + character _ The urban character of the community will reference that

of established Rowville - a contemporary interpretation of architectural forms and the area’s distinct leafy character;

_ The design of the new homes, particularly the apartment building, in association with the place offering, will form a demonstration project for Rowville and Knox; an exemplar of the delivery of more compact and affordable housing options within a neighbourhood setting and in a market typically dominated by large detached homes;

_ New built form is envisioned to be urban and contemporary in character, with buildings [placement, materials, architectural style etc.] controlled by Stockland;

_ The character and design of the streets and open spaces will be leafy and green character, with additional overlays to integrate water management, social and environmental innovations;

_ The new residential community will be distinct in its own right, whilst connected to the existing fabric of Rowville and being respectful of its neighbours;

_ Within Stamford Park, there will be distinct character areas that will be distinguished by their setting and amenity.

4.1_THE VISION FOR STAMFORD PARK

Building on these foundations, Stockland proposes a vision for a contemporary urban community at Stamford Park that:

_ Celebrates its natural setting and heritage; _ Is a place of distinct character and identity; _ Includes and connects to a series of

destinations and activities; _ Is eminently walkable, founded on a quality

open space and street network; _ Provides a range of homes, promoting a

diverse community; _ Demonstrates innovative and sustainable

practice, becoming a model for future urban development within the City of Knox.

The key elements and objectives of each of these principles are outlined opposite and in more detail within Section 05 of this report.



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A series of destinations + activities _ The new community is connected to the future amenities

and activities within the broader Stamford Park parkland, including the Heritage Homestead and gardens, Village Green, Corhanwarrabul Lake and café/ playground, and Residential Park [to the west];

_ These connections are both visual [with streets orientated to key landmarks/ infrastructure] and physical [along pedestrian paths and the shared path network];

_ Complementing the extensive activity within the surrounds of the site, a Discovery Garden and Central Green are proposed, which will foster social interaction, learning [particularly around water and landscape] and further promote connectivity within Stamford Park.

A network of quality public spaces + streets _ A high level of walkability is envisioned, through the design

of signature streets and spaces [including trees/ landscaping, seating, and pathways] that connect to places of interest and amenity, and interchange with public transit options;

_ The open spaces have been configured to celebrate the existing features of the site and surrounds [such as the Homestead] as well as drawing the value of the surrounding landscape into the heart of the new community;

_ Open spaces throughout the community are envisioned to create a variety of experiences [educational, social, active and passive] for future residents;

_ All streets are designed to act as linear parks, with the majority of garaging moved to the rear of homes [within lanes/ mews], creating uninterrupted pedestrian paths and opportunities for increased tree planting and landscaping, making for a more enjoyable walk;

_ With future residents living in more compact homes [with less private open space per dwelling/ lot than the prevailing form of standard residential stock in Rowville/ Knox] the public realm plays an important role in the health and wellbeing of residents;

_ Public open spaces are positioned immediately adjacent residential homes where possible [i.e. enfronted by pedestrian and cycle paths rather than road pavements], promoting direct access to open spaces from homes and safe access, particularly for young children and the elderly;

_ The movement network has been designed to create a connected community and provide access to the significant recreation amenity and community assets within the broader Stamford Park, and key areas of employment and activity [such as the Caribbean Business Park, Caribbean Gardens and Stud Park].

A diverse new community _ To lay the foundation for a new community that is

authentic economically, culturally and socially, a broad range of dwelling types are proposed, including contemporary interpretations of traditional family homes, townhomes, loft homes, apartment homes and an apartment building;

_ The changing composition of housing, such as children staying within the family home for longer and ageing in place, have been considered in the provision of alternate, accessible and adaptable housing choices;

_ Affordable housing options are proposed, in combination with affordability initiatives delivered at neighbourhood scale; and

_ Social housing, to be delivered in partnership with a housing provider, is proposed to be delivered in a ‘salt and pepper’ approach across the community.

Innovative + sustainable practice _ A five star Green Star Community will be created, that

provides a benchmark and demonstration project for future urban development within the City of Knox;

_ All elements of the community will contribute to the Green Star rating, including the homes, streets, open spaces and connectivity created to the surrounding area and amenities;

_ An integrated water management system will be delivered that provides a best practice approach, integrating stormwater pollutant retention and stormwater harvesting, maximising landscape potential, social interaction and education, and promoting the ecological diversity of the site;

_ The development has Australian best practice standards in the field of Ecologically Sustainable Design [ESD] as a foundational goal, ultimately aspiring to be an exemplary, yet replicable model for sustainable living within the City of Knox;

_ Stamford Park is planned to exceed current industry practice by reaching beyond minimum planning and building regulations to achieve resource efficient development lowering living costs through reductions in operational energy, water and waste usage;

_ The integrated design of dwellings will be explored to improve thermal comfort, while reducing reliance on active appliances that rely on gas and electricity, lowering household costs as well as greenhouse gas emissions;

_ There will be a reduced cost of local and broader infrastructure needs through localised use [reduced peak demand] and resource efficient services;

_ The design detail of the master plan, particularly the execution of urban streets and built form, will challenge conventional standards in order create a great and sustainable urban place for future residents and visitors.



>FIG. 25_STAMFORD PARK MASTER PLAN

Open SpaceMews [landscape area within lane]Water Harvesting + Recreation Lake Wetland + Sediment BasinBus Stop Shared Street Surface/ Pavement Detail Shared PathPath Emmeline Row Local Streets Lanes Homestead Car ParkExisting Tree [to be retained]

Dwelling Type

House - One StoreyHouse - Two StoreyTownhome - One StoreyTownhome - Two StoreyTownhome - Two/ Three StoreyLoft Home - Two StoreysApartment Home - Two StoreysApartment Building - Four Storeys

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Stamford Park Site Boundary

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4.2_THE MASTER PLAN FOR STAMFORD PARK

The master plan for Stamford Park is a spatial illustration of Stockland’s vision for a contemporary urban community. Configured by a multi-disciplinary project team, the plan is demonstrative of Knox City Council’s vision for the site and reflective of the unique attributes afforded by it’s location and setting.

The master plan [as described and enshrined within this Development Plan] for Stamford Park, proposes:

_ A new community for around 450 people, accommodated in approximately 190 dwellings;

_ An integrated community, celebrating the aspect and proximity to the Stamford Park Homestead and surrounding parkland, and complementary to the existing residences to the south;

_ A neighbourhood character complementary to the established Rowville area, being distinctly leafy, green and urban;

_ An integrated water strategy, establishing a new benchmark in water management [at community, street and lot scales] celebrating water as a foundation for liveability;

_ A high quality public realm including open spaces, linear greens and landscaped streets, connecting the community to the surrounding parkland, drawing the green amenity into the heart of the community and providing focal points for social interaction;

_ A network of streets, including an extension of Emmeline Row, designed for pedestrians, cyclists and vehicles, that connect the community to the surrounding parkland, local area and potentially west in the future;

_ A range of typologies [houses, townhomes, loft homes, apartment homes and apartments] of various sizes and composition, including social housing and affordable living options, to encourage the creation of diverse community;

_ Dwellings of one to four storeys in height, sited to celebrate their setting and outlook and designed to ensure the maximisation of natural daylight and creation of a high level of residential amenity; and

_ The filling of the site to be above the 1 in 100 year flood level, without significantly impacting the capacity of the surrounding floodplain.



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Water Harvesting+ Recreation Lake

CentralGreen

DiscoveryGarden

MelbourneWater Wetlands

Regional Parklands - Residential Park

[by Council]

Future shared path connection[by Council]

Future shared path connection

[by Council]

Possible Future Pedestrian + Local

Vehicular Link[by others]

Potential Men’s Shed

[by Council]

Future shared path connection[by Council]

Kingston LinksGolf Course

Enterprise Technology Park

Australia for Christ Church

CommunityPermaculture

Garden[by Council]

Wetland + Sediment Basin

Regional Parklands - Village Green

[by Council]Stamford Park

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Stamford Park is envisioned as an exemplar sustainable community that provides tangible benefits to the future residents and the established broader community. The vision for Stamford Park is underpinned by holistic sustainability principles that bring together liveability, economic and environmental outcomes to enhance the community spirit.

Sustainability has been and will continue to be a primary focus for Stockland in the delivery of a new community at Stamford Park. Sustainability was a common thread through the creation of the project vision and spatial plans, and will continue to guide the approval processes and construction phases. All elements of sustainability, at community, street, lot and homes scales, have been carefully considered and incorporated into the master plan.

This foresight and ongoing engagement and implementation will result in a community which provides a high level of liveability for residents, where living sustainably is an effortless part of their everyday lifestyle.

The proposal for Stamford Park has Australian best practice standards in the field of Ecologically Sustainable Design [ESD] as a foundational goal, ultimately aspiring to be an exemplary, yet replicable model for sustainable living within the City of Knox.

The new community is planned to exceed current industry practice by reaching beyond minimum planning and building regulations to achieve resource efficient development. Reductions in living costs are envisioned through the management of operational energy, water and waste usage. The reduction of costs associated with local and broader infrastructure needs, through localised use [reduced peak demand], and resource efficient services will further contribute to exceeding industry practice.

Stamford Park is seeking to celebrate its innovation by being measured and recognised under the best practice framework of the Green Star Communities rating tool.

4.3_A GREEN STAR COMMUNITY VISION

Sustainability is central to all elements of the vision and master plan design for Stamford Park. It will continue to be incorporated at all levels; from community planning to the design of individual dwellings. The development incorporates strategies targeting governance, liveability, economic prosperity and environment outcomes as the four pillars of sustainability – in line with the categories of the best practice Green Star Communities tool. A summary of the initiatives/ strategies to be implemented at Stamford Park are summarised below and illustrated on the opposite page [Figure 26].

>FIG. 26_STAMFORD PARK | COMMUNITY INITIATIVES

+ SUSTAINABILITY BENEFITS PLAN Open SpaceMews [landscape area within lane]Water Harvesting + Recreation Lake Wetland + Sediment BasinBus Stop Shared Street Surface/ Pavement Detail Shared PathPath Emmeline Row Local Streets Lanes Homestead Car ParkExisting Tree [to be retained]

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Governance Liveability Economic Prosperity Environment

Enhance opportunities for community engagement and ensure the long-term sustainability through the design and

delivery of Stamford Park.

Create an inclusive and connected community that is comfortable, vibrant, safe and promotes outdoor activities.

Invest in the prosperity of the Stamford Park community and stakeholders, and

enable residents to live affordably.

Incorporate resource efficiency initiatives and green space in the community and

built form design.

_ The engagement of Green Star accredited sustainability professionals to provide expert advice from the planning stages through to implementation and completion;

_ Stakeholders engaged from the early stages to inform the approach, design and implementation of development;

_ A design development and review process with industry experts, ensuring a robust project vision and master plan; and

_ The creation/ implementation of an Environmental Management Plan [EMP] to ensure that existing environmental values on-site are managed during development.

_ Stamford Park will be a walkable community, connected to local amenities [existing and planned] including the community permaculture garden, Homestead café/ facilities and local parks, promoting a liveable and active community;

_ Respecting local heritage through the inclusion of interpretive signage throughout the community, offering insight into the landscape and site history, as well as the varieties of native flora and fauna that can be found in the surrounding parkland area and

_ Through design optimise the adaptability, accessibility and liveability of the community and dwellings, creating maximum comfort for people of varying ages and ability levels.

_ The cost of living will be reduced for residents through the resource efficient design of dwellings;

_ The cost of local and broader infrastructure needs will be lowered through localised use [reduced peak demand] and resource efficient services;

_ Establishing affordable housing options, with a diversity of housing types to suit the varying needs of families; and

_ Project consultants and contractors will have the opportunity learn and adopt Green Star strategies through the design process, resulting in up-skilling through the supply chain of the development.

_ There will be a reduction in waste to landfill through residential recycling and the provision of residential composting facilities in the community;

_ Leading practice reductions in potable water usage through the installation of rain water tanks for each residence and Water Sensitive Urban Design strategies at a community level;

_ Solar LED lighting, providing an efficient and environmentally friendly alternative to standard lighting, will be used within public open spaces;

_ Solar panels will charge vehicles in private garages and homes will be solar energy storage ready;

_ Passive design of dwellings will be optimised to ensure maximum thermal comfort and energy efficiency, targeting a energy rating beyond current practice; and

_ Urban heat island effect reduction will be achieved through the creation of an urban oasis of shade and water, integrated with the surrounding parklands and landscape.



Dwelling Type


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Governance Liveability Economic Prosperity Environment

Enhance opportunities for community engagement and ensure the long-term sustainability through the design and

delivery of Stamford Park.

Create an inclusive and connected community that is comfortable, vibrant, safe and promotes outdoor activities.

Invest in the prosperity of the Stamford Park community and stakeholders, and

enable residents to live affordably.

Incorporate resource efficiency initiatives and green space in the community and

built form design.

_ The engagement of Green Star accredited sustainability professionals to provide expert advice from the planning stages through to implementation and completion;

_ Stakeholders engaged from the early stages to inform the approach, design and implementation of development;

_ A design development and review process with industry experts, ensuring a robust project vision and master plan; and

_ The creation/ implementation of an Environmental Management Plan [EMP] to ensure that existing environmental values on-site are managed during development.

_ Stamford Park will be a walkable community, connected to local amenities [existing and planned] including the community permaculture garden, Homestead café/ facilities and local parks, promoting a liveable and active community;

_ Respecting local heritage through the inclusion of interpretive signage throughout the community, offering insight into the landscape and site history, as well as the varieties of native flora and fauna that can be found in the surrounding parkland area and

_ Through design optimise the adaptability, accessibility and liveability of the community and dwellings, creating maximum comfort for people of varying ages and ability levels.

_ The cost of living will be reduced for residents through the resource efficient design of dwellings;

_ The cost of local and broader infrastructure needs will be lowered through localised use [reduced peak demand] and resource efficient services;

_ Establishing affordable housing options, with a diversity of housing types to suit the varying needs of families; and

_ Project consultants and contractors will have the opportunity learn and adopt Green Star strategies through the design process, resulting in up-skilling through the supply chain of the development.

_ There will be a reduction in waste to landfill through residential recycling and the provision of residential composting facilities in the community;

_ Leading practice reductions in potable water usage through the installation of rain water tanks for each residence and Water Sensitive Urban Design strategies at a community level;

_ Solar LED lighting, providing an efficient and environmentally friendly alternative to standard lighting, will be used within public open spaces;

_ Solar panels will charge vehicles in private garages and homes will be solar energy storage ready;

_ Passive design of dwellings will be optimised to ensure maximum thermal comfort and energy efficiency, targeting a energy rating beyond current practice; and

_ Urban heat island effect reduction will be achieved through the creation of an urban oasis of shade and water, integrated with the surrounding parklands and landscape.

REDUCED POTABLE WATER

CONSUMPTION

ACCESS TO GREEN SPACES + PARKS

IMPROVED HEALTH + WELLBEING

THROUGH CONNECTIONS TO

ACTIVE TRANSPORT

CONNECTIONS TO RICH

HERITAGE + STRONG SENSE

OF CULTURE

ECOLOGICAL + BIODIVERSITY

VALUE

DIVERSITY OF HOUSING

AFFORDABLE + SOCIAL HOUSING

ACCESS TO FRESH + LOCAL FOOD

ACCESS TO LOCAL AMENITIES +

PUBLIC TRANSPORT

REDUCED WASTE TO LANDFILL

SUSTAINABILITY AWARENESS +

LEARNING

REDUCED STORM WATER FLOWS +

IMPROVED QUALITY

MelbourneWater Wetlands

Kingston LinksGolf Course Stamford Park

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05 _THE DEVELOPMENT PLAN


05_THE DEVELOPMENT PLAN

5.1_THE DEVELOPMENT PLAN

The master plan illustrates the vision for Stamford Park and establishes the spatial framework for the creation of a contemporary urban community.

This Development Plan has been prepared to provide Council, the landholder and the wider community certainty around the coordinated community and development outcomes envisioned for Stamford Park in the future; guiding the future land use, subdivision and built form.

The Development Plan [on endorsement by Council] will facilitate the development of the majority of the land for residential purposes, establish the preferred street pattern, identify key open space areas and means for achieving integration and protection of the environment and historical values of the site, and respond to surrounding interfaces.

The key elements of the Development Plan are illustrated opposite [Figure 27] and described in more detail on the following pages.

>FIG. 27_STAMFORD PARK DEVELOPMENT PLAN


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Bus stop and shelter including covered bike storage area

[12 bicycles]

Car park to accommodate a

minimum of 45 car spaces + bus bay

[by Council]

Bus stop

Visitor car parking to perimeter of

estate

3m wide shared path


[by Council]


[by Council]


[by Council]

Possible Future Pedestrian + Local

Vehicular Link [by others]

Discovery Garden

Central Green

Village Green

[by Council] Water Harvesting

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Melbourne Water

Wetlands

Community Permaculture Garden

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Kingston Links Golf

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Wetland

Sediment Basin


Lakeview Avenue

Stamford Park [Heritage]

Homestead + Gardens

Emmeline Row

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05_THE DEVELOPMENT PLAN

5.2_NEIGHBOURHOOD CHARACTER

RESPONSE TO SITE LOCATION + CONTEXT

The established character of Rowville, to the south and east of Stamford Park, is suburban; being predominantly lower density housing. Homes are typically single or double storey setback from the street with landscaped front gardens. Some areas have access to bus services, but the majority of Rowville residents are dependent on their car.

The site is located in an area identified by Knox City Council for a greater diversity of housing types, capitalising on their proximity to open space amenity and public transport services, an ability to access daily needs close to home including retail, services and entertainment . The area will retain the green and leafy character that is part of Rowville’s established character, whilst promoting more compact and urban living options.

“The image of the ‘green and leafy’ suburbs is a key aspect of the

identity of the Knox community, and Rowville is no exception.”

Rowville Plan, January 2015 – Knox City Council.

Park West

HomesteadQuarter

Emmeline Row + Homestead Transition

Central Green

Discovery Garden

Central Green

Village Green

[by Council] Water Harvesting

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Melbourne Water

Wetlands

Community Permaculture Garden

[by Council]

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Kingston Links Golf

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Wetland

Sediment Basin


Lakeview Avenue

Stamford Park [Heritage]

Homestead + Gardens

Emmeline Row

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Homestead Quarter - Two Storey (9m) height limitation

Central Green

Park West

Emmeline Row + Homestead Transition

One Storey Built Form Interface

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FIG. 28_STAMFORD PARK CHARACTER AREAS>LEGEND

Within Stamford Park, there will be three distinct character areas that will be distinguished by their setting and amenity. These are illustrated and described opposite.

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